D. Vallejo shows a 4–1 form record, though the level of opposition has been mixed — average ranking of opponents is 84. Point margins have been modest — DS averaging +7.5. Wins have been functional rather than dominant. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.2/10, leaving D. Vallejo vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

H. A. Rehman comes into this match in difficult form — 1 wins from the last 2.